1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 846 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Lotus | Mini |
| Model | Europa | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
