1984 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa 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 17 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 278 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | BX | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
