1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Bitter SC.
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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | SC | Focus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2649 mm |
