1986 Bitter SC vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC.
Because 1986 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 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen DS, 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | DS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |