1979 Bitter SC vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 416 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
