1974 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 414 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Citroen | Bitter |
| Model | GS | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2690 mm |
