1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph 1500 (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Triumph |
| Model | Europa | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
