1986 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA 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 142 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. 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, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | LNA |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |