1981 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 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 133 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Bitter SC | 1972 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Bitter | Skoda |
Model | SC | 1202 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |