1990 Ford Tempo vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1990 Ford Tempo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Tempo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Because 1957 Lotus Seven is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Tempo | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Tempo | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2190 mm |
