2003 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2003 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 34 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 898 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, 2003 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Wrangler | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Wrangler | Europa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
