1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 24 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 548 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
