1968 Lotus Europa vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1970 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
