1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1186 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Bijou | Xterra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 73 L |