1981 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 718 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Bitter | Renault |
Model | SC | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |