1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 530 kg more than 1966 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 Fiat Marea (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Marea | Europa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
