1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 41 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 836 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Europa | Altea |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |