1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 764 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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Europa | GTI |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
