1981 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Chevrolet Nova
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 Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 140 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 Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 Nova has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 Nova | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Nova |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
