1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 40 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1313 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Europa | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
