1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 421 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Clio (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Bijou | Clio |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
