1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 901 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
