1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 959 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 2006 Dodge Viper 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 2006 Dodge Viper. 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Bijou | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 8274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
