1979 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 4 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. Both 1979 Bitter SC and 1983 Bitter SC are equipped with a 2,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. 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, both vehicles can yield 248 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Bitter | Bitter |
Model | SC | SC |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |