1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1975 Ford Cortina is newer by 6 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Cortina | Europa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
