1993 Audi 80 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1993 Audi 80 is newer by 33 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi 80 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi 80 weights approximately 806 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.
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, 1993 Audi 80 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi 80 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 564 kg |
