2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 39 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 451 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Ikon | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
