1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift 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 26 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 128 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Europa | Swift |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |