1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 478 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
