1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |