1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 973 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 Peugeot 806 (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Europa | 806 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |