1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 906 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 Toyota Avensis (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Bijou | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
