1980 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1385 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
