1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1970 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1970 Innocenti Mini is newer by 10 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti Mini weights approximately 126 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1970 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Bijou | Mini |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2150 mm |
