1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | 600 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
