1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,358 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Camry (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Europa | Camry |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
