1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 117 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | 2CV | Europa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
