1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 246 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 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Bijou | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 62 L |
