1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Opel Agila
To start off, 2011 Opel Agila 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Agila weights approximately 518 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Agila (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Europa | Agila |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
