1981 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 22 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 133 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Life |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
