1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 658 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Europa | SST |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
