1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
