1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Getz is newer by 34 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 16 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 423 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Europa | Getz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
