1982 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
Model | SC | Valiant |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |