2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 32 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Osee | Europa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1080 mm |
