1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 929 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 Nissan Z 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 Nissan Z. 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Bijou | Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 72 L |