1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1948 Simca 6
To start off, 1960 Citroen Bijou is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 would be higher. At 570 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Simca 6 (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Simca 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 6 weights approximately 6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1948 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Bijou | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
