2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Europa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
