2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 37 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 930 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lotus |
| Model | Kamal | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
