1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 31 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 336 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Bijou | BX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
