1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 480 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 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 405 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
