1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 22 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 176 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, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bijou | Nova |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
