1995 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 518 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Escort | Europa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
