2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 780 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mondeo | Europa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
