1981 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 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 98 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Bitter | Morris |
| Model | SC | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
