1980 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC 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 70 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
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, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
