1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1965 Austin A 60 is newer by 5 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 1,621 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 60 weights approximately 556 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 1965 Austin A 60 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 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 1965 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 60 | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 12 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 19 L |
