1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 293 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
