1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 1 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 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 488 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Urraco | Europa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 53.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
