1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 857 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Europa | Accord |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |