1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 36 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 331 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Bijou | Palio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 54.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 48 L |
