1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1997 Volvo V40
To start off, 1997 Volvo V40 is newer by 28 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo V40 weights approximately 628 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, 1997 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1997 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Lotus | Volvo |
| Model | Europa | V40 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
