1983 Bitter SC vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
