1978 Audi 100 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 9 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 498 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
