2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
