1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 358 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Europa | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
