1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 855 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1980 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Bitter |
| Model | Fellow | SC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |
