2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Kalina weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada Kalina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lada | Lotus |
| Model | Kalina | Europa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
