1988 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 19 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 7 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 318 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | BX | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 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 | 71 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
