1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 35 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1340 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Montero |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
