1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 19 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 242 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Lupo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |