1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 43 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), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 656 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bijou | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
