1982 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 94 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Bitter SC | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | SC | 929 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |