1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2737 mm |
