1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1359 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 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Bijou | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 80 L |
