1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 900 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 Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Verada | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Verada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
