1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2004 Opel Signum 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Signum weights approximately 948 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 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2004 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
