1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 22 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 33 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Express weights approximately 208 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
