1966 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 1055 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lotus Europa | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Lotus | Buick |
| Model | Europa | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
