1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta 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 1,930 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 668 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 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Delta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1930 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
