2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 42 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 860 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | HHR | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
