1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 558 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | Lotus | Tatra |
| Model | Europa | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
