1981 Bitter SC vs. 1970 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 ZAZ 966 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 153 more horse power than 1970 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 ZAZ 966. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1970 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Bitter | ZAZ |
| Model | SC | 966 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
