1979 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 22 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, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 326 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 206 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
