1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
