1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 43 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (365 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
