1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 491 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 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Bijou | Yaris |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 42 L |