1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1020 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 Vauxhall Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Europa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
