2000 Honda Civic vs. 1957 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 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 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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1957 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Seven |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
