1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 39 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lotus Europa | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Europa | Boxer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |