1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,311 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2006 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Bijou | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
