1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 26 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 465 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | 21 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2820 mm |
