1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1290 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 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Europa | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
