1971 Renault 15 vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Renault | Bitter |
| Model | 15 | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
