2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 35 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 538 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Idea | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1080 mm |
