1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 19 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 688 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 505 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |
