1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1490 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | Lagonda | Europa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 45 L |
