2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1970 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 35 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 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2005 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lotus Seven. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 1970 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Seven |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
