1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Bijou | Musso |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
