1975 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort 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 33 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 263 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Europa |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
