1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 1196 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.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2012 Lexus IS 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. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Bijou | IS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 65 L |
