1981 Bitter SC vs. 1976 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 70 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (326 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1976 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | SC | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
