1979 Bitter SC vs. 1963 Tatra T603
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Tatra T603 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1963 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Bitter | Tatra |
Model | SC | T603 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |