1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 587 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Bijou | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |