1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 947 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 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 407 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
