1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 356 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Bijou | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 57 L |
