1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 26 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 534 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1995 Rover 414i | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Europa | 414i |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
