1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, 2009 Lada 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada 21 (89 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 481 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 Lada 21 (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2009 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Bijou | 21 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
