1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 831 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 B2300 (209 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 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 B2300 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
