1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 858 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 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Europa | 6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |