1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 32 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 408 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
