1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 668 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Europa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
