1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 798 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 Legacy (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Europa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
