1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 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 17 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Porsche 1300 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Europa | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2110 mm |
