1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 692 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 C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 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 C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Bijou | C4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |
