1981 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 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 97 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 102 kg more than 1973 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Triumph |
| Model | SC | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
