1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 39 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 888 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 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | Bijou | Diablo |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 605 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 100 L |