1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | 75 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
