1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1428 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Europa | Safari |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |