1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 1576 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bijou | Montero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
