1979 Bitter SC vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi Fox 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 102 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1976 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | SC | Fox |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
