1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 120 weights approximately 400 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, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | 120 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
