1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1998 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1998 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 281 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 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1998 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Lotus | Reliant |
| Model | Europa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2140 mm |
