1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1956 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1956 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Europa | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
