1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 848 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Europa | Altima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
