1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 31 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, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 144 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | SC | TT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2469 mm |
