1985 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 100 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
