1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 121 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Bitter |
| Model | Consorte | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
