1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 774 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Europa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
