1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2007 Opel Combo
To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 47 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Combo weights approximately 626 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, 2007 Opel Combo (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2007 Opel Combo | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Bijou | Combo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 52 L |