1966 Citroen 2CV vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, both 1966 Citroen 2CV and 1966 Lotus Europa were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lotus Europa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen 2CV | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | 2CV | Europa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 610 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 | 65 L | 45 L |
