1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 44 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 144 L |
