1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1970 Triumph 2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 633 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, 1970 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Europa | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
