1982 Bitter SC vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen 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 102 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Bitter | TVR |
| Model | SC | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
