1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 363 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Europa | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
