1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 788 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Europa | Commander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
