1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2010 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 207 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2010 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Europa | 207 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
