1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Europa | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
