1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1294 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Citroen Bijou | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Bijou | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 68 L |