2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Citroen Bijou
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 49 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1056 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 2009 Alpina B3 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 2009 Alpina B3. 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1960 Citroen Bijou | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B3 | Bijou |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 424 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 19 L |