1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1958 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1960 Citroen Bijou is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 361 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 1958 Fiat 1200 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 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1958 Fiat 1200 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1958 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Bijou | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 37 L |
