1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 33 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 918 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Europa | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
