1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 843 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Bijou | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 55 L |
