1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Europa | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
