1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
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 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz 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 Tazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Bijou | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
