1991 Lada Samara vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 25 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 314 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lada Samara | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Samara | Europa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
