1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 691 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 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Europa | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
