1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 1400 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
