2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 598 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ranger | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 45 L |
