1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1968 Renault 4
To start off, both 1968 Lotus Europa and 1968 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1968 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
