1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1993 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1993 Nissan Presea 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Presea weights approximately 378 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 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1993 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Presea |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
