1951 Jaguar C-Type vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar C-Type weights approximately 353 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar C-Type | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | C-Type | Europa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
