1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1960 Citroen Bijou is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 381 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 1952 Austin-Healey 100 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 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
