1986 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 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 145 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | Dyane 6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |