1981 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bitter | Mini |
| Model | SC | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
