1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 918 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 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 607 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
