1998 Honda CRX vs. 1969 Lotus Europa

To start off, 1998 Honda CRX 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 444 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 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda CRX 1969 Lotus Europa
Make Honda Lotus
Model CRX Europa
Year Released 1998 1969
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1595 cc 1470 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 78 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1056 kg 612 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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