1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 180 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 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 205 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
