1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 243 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
