1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 258 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Europa | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1380 mm |
