1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 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 29 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Europa | 1400 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |