1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 25 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 426 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1985 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Bijou | BX |
Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |