1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 564 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 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Europa | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
