1983 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 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 103 more horse power than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo, 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen Berlingo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
