1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 44 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), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1125 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
| Model | Europa | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
