1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 698 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Europa | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |