1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
