1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 44 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1229 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 2004 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Bijou | Safari |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 23 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 102 L |