1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1038 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Citroen Bijou 2012 Citroen C5
Make Citroen Citroen
Model Bijou C5
Year Released 1960 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 424 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 12 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 23 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 564 kg 1602 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 19 L 71 L


 

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