1991 Honda CRX vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 22 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda CRX weights approximately 378 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, 1991 Honda CRX (121 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 1991 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | CRX | Europa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
