1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 38 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 448 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Europa | Corsa |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |