1996 Dodge Stealth vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1996 Dodge Stealth is newer by 39 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 980 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lotus Seven. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Stealth | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Dodge | Lotus |
| Model | Stealth | Seven |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2190 mm |
