1982 Bitter SC vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 30 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, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
