1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2339 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 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2009 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Bijou | H2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 121 L |
