2007 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 670 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Civic | Europa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
