1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1992 Honda Integra
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 23 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Integra weights approximately 518 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, 1992 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1992 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Europa | Integra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
