1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 33 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 591 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 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza 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, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Bijou | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
