1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 306 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1957 Lotus Seven (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | Xsara | Seven |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2190 mm |