1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 41 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 498 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, 2010 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Europa | Getz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
