1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 37 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 563 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, 2006 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Europa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
