1981 Bitter SC vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 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 127 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Bitter | NSU |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
