1960 Austin 7 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 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 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 145 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 740 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | 7 | SC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
