1964 Austin Princess vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1966 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Princess | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | Princess | Europa |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
