1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 769 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 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Prelude | Europa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
