1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 502 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Cortina | Europa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
