1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 682 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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 Kia Forte | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Europa | Forte |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |