1954 Austin A vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | A | SC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
