1979 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 114 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 2010 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1979 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1979 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | SC | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2619 mm |