1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 20 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 596 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 1980 Triumph TR7 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 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Bijou | TR7 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |