1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1962 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen Bijou. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen Bijou would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 466 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 1962 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1962 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Bijou | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2060 mm |
