1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1972 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1972 ZAZ 966 is newer by 6 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1972 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1972 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Lotus | ZAZ |
| Model | Europa | 966 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 885 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
