1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 507 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 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
