1981 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 25 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2006 Honda Insight, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
