1983 Bitter SC vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 92 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | DS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1258 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
