1984 Audi 200 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 15 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 678 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 200 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
