1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 1436 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 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Bijou | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 64 L |