1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Europa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
