1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Bijou | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 51 L |
