1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1500 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Zastava 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1980 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Zastava |
| Model | Europa | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
