2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 663 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 Hyundai Coupe (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
