1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 806 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bijou | Magna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
