1960 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1960 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 456 kg more than 1960 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1960 AC Aceca | 1982 Bitter SC | |
Make | AC | Bitter |
Model | Aceca | SC |
Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |