1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
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 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Bijou | Pickup |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |