1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 10 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 573 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Europa | Silvia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |