1979 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC 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 92 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Bitter | Renault |
Model | SC | 9 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1721 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 | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |