1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2002 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 42 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 481 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2002 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Bijou | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
