1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 516 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 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Europa | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
