1983 Bitter SC vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Bitter | Talbot |
| Model | SC | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
