1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 677 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, 1996 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Europa | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1991 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 | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
