1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Stagea is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 820 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, 1998 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Europa | Stagea |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |