1986 Bitter SC vs. 1982 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX 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 106 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 364 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. 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, 1982 Citroen BX, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1982 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | BX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
