1983 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn 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. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
Model | SC | iOn |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |