1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Strada | Europa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
