1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 2005 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 2005 GMC Sierra 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 2005 GMC Sierra. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Bijou | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 129 L |
