1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 305 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Europa | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
