1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 345 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Corolla (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
