1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona 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 40 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 328 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
