1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Publica weights approximately 143 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Publica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
