2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1080 mm |
