1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 541 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
