1968 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 45 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1103 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lotus Europa | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Europa | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
