1983 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
Model | SC | 505 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |