1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Rover 400 is newer by 30 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, 1999 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 400 weights approximately 508 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, 1999 Rover 400 (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1999 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Europa | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
