1981 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Bitter | Dodge |
| Model | SC | Dart |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
