2008 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 846 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Europa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |