2008 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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, 2008 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 540 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 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Focus | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
