1956 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 648 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | DS | Europa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
