1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 204 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa 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 Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
