1981 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2489 mm |
