1981 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 12 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, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Bitter | Rover |
| Model | SC | 200 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
