1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Corona weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
