1981 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City 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 96 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Bitter | Rover |
| Model | SC | City |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
