1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Honda Civic

To start off, 2013 Honda Civic 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 682 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 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Lotus Europa 2013 Honda Civic
Make Lotus Honda
Model Europa Civic
Year Released 1969 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1470 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 78 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 612 kg 1294 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4458 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1752 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1397 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 50 L


 

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