1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Signum 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 783 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, 2005 Vauxhall Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Europa | Signum |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1395 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 |
