1995 Honda NSX vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 768 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | NSX | Europa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |