1982 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 26 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, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
