1981 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius 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 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
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 Toyota Prius, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Prius |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
