1979 Bitter SC vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 81 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 408 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Dolomite. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Bitter | Triumph |
Model | SC | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1854 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |