2008 Citroen C8 vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 39 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C8 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C8 | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | C8 | Europa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
