1971 Austin 3 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Austin 3. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | 3 | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
