1998 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 833 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, 1998 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
