1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 691 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Bijou | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 53 L |
