1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 246 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1971 Lotus Seven (92 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 1971 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1971 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Punto | Seven |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
