1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 9 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 1,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 363 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 305 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
