1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 555 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Galant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
