2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 280 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 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | YRV | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
