1982 Bitter SC vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 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 158 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Bitter | DAF |
| Model | SC | 600 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2060 mm |
