1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 36 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 27 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
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, 1968 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Lotus | MCC |
Model | Europa | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1810 mm |