1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 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 34 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C 15 | Europa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
