1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 690 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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 505 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |
