1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 40 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 831 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 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Bijou | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 57 L |