2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 38 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda HR-V weights approximately 510 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, 2004 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
