1999 Audi TT vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 39 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 776 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | TT | Bijou |
Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 19 L |