2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 47 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1049 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | Bijou |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 19 L |