1982 Bitter SC vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 25 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1982 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 454 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Bitter | Lotus |
| Model | SC | Elise |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
