1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 12 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 697 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 1972 Ford Granada 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 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Bijou | Granada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |
