1983 Bitter SC vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 5 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, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 706 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1988 Citroen BX, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | BX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
