1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1021 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Europa | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
