1979 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami 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 129 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 586 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. 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, 1969 Citroen Ami, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | Ami |
Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2745 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |