1996 Lada 110 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lada 110 (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | 110 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
