1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2001 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy is newer by 41 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1446 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 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2001 GMC Envoy 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. 2001 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2001 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Bijou | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |
