1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2001 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2001 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mahindra CL weights approximately 736 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2001 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mahindra |
Model | Bijou | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |