1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 704 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 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |