1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Bitter SC were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 596 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Bitter SC | |
Make | Austin | Bitter |
Model | Mini Metro | SC |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |