1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corolla (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |