1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 30 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 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 1099 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 1990 Opel Lotus 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 1990 Opel Lotus 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, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Bijou | Lotus Omega |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1663 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 75 L |
