1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 916 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Mini Countryman 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 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Bijou | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 47 L |
