1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 480 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Europa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
