2006 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 653 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Europa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
