2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 46 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 986 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Bijou |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 12 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 23 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 19 L |
