1976 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 448 kg more than 1976 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1984 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Audi | Bitter |
| Model | 100 | SC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
