1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 37 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1385 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | Viano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
