1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1960 Citroen Bijou is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 836 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 6C | Bijou |
Year Released | 1949 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 62 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 19 L |