1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 810 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen Bijou. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen Bijou | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Bijou | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
