1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (420 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1187 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 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Bijou | Camaro |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.7 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |