1994 Ford Probe vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 685 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Probe | Europa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
