1971 Rover 2000 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 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 72 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Rover 2000. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 1982 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Rover | Bitter |
| Model | 2000 | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
