1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 920 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 Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Shuttle | Europa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |