1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 38 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Seven |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |
