1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 34 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (81 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 451 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, 1994 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Bijou | Nova |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
