1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 9 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 2,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 636 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 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Bijou | Belmont |
Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |