1983 Bitter SC vs. 1963 Holden EJ
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden EJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden EJ 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 113 more horse power than 1963 Holden EJ. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden EJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 456 kg more than 1963 Holden EJ. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden EJ. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden EJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1963 Holden EJ | |
| Make | Bitter | Holden |
| Model | SC | EJ |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
