1999 Honda HR-V vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 42 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus Seven (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 370 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, 1999 Honda HR-V, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Seven |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 29 L |
