2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 43 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1058 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
| Model | Tucson | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
