1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Bijou | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2613 mm |
