1983 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Suzuki Fronte 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 142 more horse power than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 830 kg more than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1969 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 115 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2160 mm |
