1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 530 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 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Europa | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
