1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 418 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Europa | Splash |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
