1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1491 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bijou | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 71 L |
