1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 5 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 19 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
