1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 42 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1001 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Europa | Impala |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
