1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 390 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Nissan | Bitter |
| Model | Violet | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
