2002 Lada 110 vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2002 Lada 110 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Lada 110. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 110 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 110, 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, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 110. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 110 | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | 110 | Seven |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
