1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Honda Life is newer by 31 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 31 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Life weights approximately 178 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Europa | Life |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |