1982 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Outback |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2741 mm |
