1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 20 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 353 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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | 19 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 115 L |
