1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1046 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Bijou | Hilux |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |