1980 Bitter SC vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 19 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 118 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. 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, 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
