1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 863 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 604 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
