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We typically judge performance cars by their power ratings and 0-to-60 mph times, but we tend to overlook the importance of power-to-weight ratios. Colin Chapman, the founder of Lotus Cars, was among the first to realize that “adding” lightness was better than adding power. The man who designed the iconic Lotus Seven, and other lightweight sports cars, once said that “adding power makes you faster on the straight, subtracting weight makes you faster everywhere.” But is this still true in an era when automakers and most enthusiasts are crazy for horsepower and lower 0-to-60 sprints?
Definitely. While most vehicles are becoming increasingly heavier due to new, advanced technology and safety regulations, some carmakers still follow Chapman’s philosophy and focus on lightweight construction rather than powerful engines. Here’s a list of cars that aren’t awfully powerful, but boast impressive power-to-weight ratios thanks to their lightweight designs.
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