1981 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 151 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
