1981 Bitter SC vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 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) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bitter | Seat |
| Model | SC | 124 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
