2000 Audi TT vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 34 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
