1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1766 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Bijou | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 4477 cc |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 141 L |