2001 Cadillac Catera vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Catera is newer by 35 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1095 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, 2001 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Catera | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Catera | Europa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
