1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 578 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Bora |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |