2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 76 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Grande Punto | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
