1981 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite 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) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 690 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Bitter | Lotus |
| Model | SC | Elite |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
