2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 1025 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 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | X-Type | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
