1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 16 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | 990 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
