1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 33 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 960 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | Europa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
