1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 343 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, 1980 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Carina |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |