1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 MG ZT
To start off, 2004 MG ZT 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 873 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 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2004 MG ZT | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Europa | ZT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
