1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 1156 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bijou | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
