2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 38 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), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Kia | Lotus |
| Model | Rondo | Europa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 182 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 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 | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
