1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 40 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1268 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Lotus | Jeep |
| Model | Europa | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
