1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 11 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 788 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Mondial | Europa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
