1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo weights approximately 484 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo 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 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Carabo | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 19 L |
