1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1967 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1967 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 683 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1967 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
