1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 276 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 1986 Reliant Scimitar 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 1986 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1986 Reliant Scimitar (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Citroen | Reliant |
| Model | Bijou | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2140 mm |
