1979 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 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 66 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
