1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 48 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 976 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Bijou | Altima |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 76 L |