1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 324 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 2006 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 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 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 - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
