1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 917 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |