2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 37 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Impala | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
