1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 993 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
