1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 324 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
