1985 Bitter SC vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | GS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
