1982 Bitter SC vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone 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 97 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
