1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 43 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 439 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
