1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2000 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2000 Opel Speedster 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Speedster weights approximately 444 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 Opel Speedster 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 2000 Opel Speedster. 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, 2000 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2000 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Bijou | Speedster |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 61 L |