1981 Bitter SC vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Impreza |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2645 mm |
