1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 931 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Bijou | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 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 | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 59 L |