2005 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 606 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 Honda Civic (133 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1666 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 | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
