1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2007 Toyota Aygo 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, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 278 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Europa | Aygo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |