1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 553 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
