1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 936 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Bijou | CR-V |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |