1983 Bitter SC vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
