1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1968 Mazda R-100
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda R-100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda R-100 would be higher. At 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda R-100 weights approximately 193 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, 1968 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1968 Mazda R-100 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | R-100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1963 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
