1966 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 33 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Magna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
