1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1987 Opel Omega
To start off, 1987 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Omega weights approximately 636 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 1987 Opel Omega 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 1987 Opel Omega. 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, 1987 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1987 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Bijou | Omega |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |