1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1056 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 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Europa | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
