1989 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 29 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |
