1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 745 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Bitter SC 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen Ak 350, 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Bitter |
| Model | Ak 350 | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
