1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 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 8 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 283 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
