1979 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 32 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 176 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
