Just a newbie, feeling my way around... Still learning the Mac/Zip thing (a couple tentative failed attempts) so I can post results, but once I get that together, I'll definitely be interested in a comparison game as a learning tool.
I've only ever played medium maps, still trying for first Deity win (getting closer!).
Looking at this thread (have only spot-checked pages 1 and 4), I see no way that I'll compare favorably with the game-addicted maniacs managing pre-Renaissance launches. (I have to wonder if Civ2 remains as fun with the level of micromanagement needed to compete on that level...) But what the heck. I'm bound to learn a lot, so let's rock!
Thanx for reviving this, DaveV and LaFayette.