1981 Bitter SC vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3000 mm |
