1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 768 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
