1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Toyota Paseo is newer by 31 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 310 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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Paseo |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |