2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 868 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Mondeo | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
