1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2005 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 45 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 506 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, 2005 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2005 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Bijou | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
