1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 680 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Bijou | Focus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.4:1 |
| 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 | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
