1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 28 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 448 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Barchetta | Europa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
