2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1058 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Sportage | Europa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |