1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 273 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 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Duna | Europa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
