1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 365 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Europa | Equator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
