1982 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | Publica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
