1979 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2001 Mazda Demio is newer by 22 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 115 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 396 kg more than 2001 Mazda Demio. 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, 2001 Mazda Demio, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2001 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | Demio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
