1981 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Holden Gemini
To start off, 1983 Holden Gemini is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC 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 114 more horse power than 1983 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Holden Gemini. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Gemini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1983 Holden Gemini | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | Gemini |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
