1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 233 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charade | Europa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
