1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 2 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 438 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | Luce |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
