1982 Bitter SC vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 664 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | SC | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
