1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1361 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2009 Mercury Milan 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 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Bijou | Milan |
| 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 | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 66 L |
