1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1972 TVR Taimar 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR Taimar weights approximately 462 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 TVR Taimar 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 TVR Taimar. 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 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Bijou | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 54 L |
