1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 305 is newer by 16 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 305. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 305 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
