1985 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC would be higher. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | iOn |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 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 |
