1981 Bitter SC vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1952 Rover P4 | |
Make | Bitter | Rover |
Model | SC | P4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 65.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |