1988 Audi 200 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 22 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 870 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 200 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
