1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 240 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fiesta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
