1984 Bitter SC vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | CX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
