1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1548 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2011 GMC Acadia 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. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Bijou | Acadia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |