1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 795 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1985 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | Allegro | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
