1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 7 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Violet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
