1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 940 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lotus Europa | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Europa | Forester |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |