1982 Bitter SC vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 676 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 203 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
