1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 31 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1330 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | QX4 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
