1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 16 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 548 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 75 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
