1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1036 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 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bijou | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
