1980 Bitter SC vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 6 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), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 460 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 1980 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 1980 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
