1988 Honda Concerto vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Concerto (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Concerto weights approximately 478 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, 1988 Honda Concerto (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Concerto | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Concerto | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
