1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 28 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 450 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 306 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
