1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1987 Holden Camira
To start off, 1987 Holden Camira is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Camira weights approximately 438 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, 1987 Holden Camira (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1987 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Europa | Camira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
