2005 Kia Carens vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 810 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 Kia Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Carens | Europa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 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 | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
