2005 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
