1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1990 Toyota Model F is newer by 21 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 688 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Model F |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
