1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 890 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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Europa | Passat |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |