1982 Bitter SC vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | FC |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
