1979 Bitter SC vs. 1979 Isuzu Gemini
To start off, both 1979 Bitter SC and 1979 Isuzu Gemini were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 92 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 401 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Gemini. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1979 Isuzu Gemini | |
Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
Model | SC | Gemini |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1817 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 131 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |