1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Geely Ck1 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 432 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 Geely Ck1 (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Geely |
| Model | Europa | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
