1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 29 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 908 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Verada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
