2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 842 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Europa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |