1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 416 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1975 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 19 L |
