1998 Chevrolet Intimidator vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is newer by 38 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator weights approximately 971 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, 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator (380 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen Bijou has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen Bijou will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Intimidator | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Intimidator | Bijou |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 19 L |
