1990 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 320 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, 1990 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Applause | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Applause | Europa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |