1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 388 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 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
