1972 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 104 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bitter |
| Model | SP2 | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
