1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 1020 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Fairlane | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
