1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 6 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 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 276 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 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
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1960 Citroen Bijou | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Bijou | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |