1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 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 92 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Volvo | Bitter |
| Model | 120 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
