1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 51 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 236 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, 2011 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Bijou | C1 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 41 L |