1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 623 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Europa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
