1981 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 745 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Ak 350, 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |