1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 40 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 196 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 1961 Austin A 40 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 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | Bijou |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 19 L |