1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe
To start off, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe 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 2,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong W Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe (219 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong W Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong W Coupe weights approximately 731 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 SsangYong W Coupe (318 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 1999 SsangYong W Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 1999 SsangYong W Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Bijou | W Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1295 kg |
