1983 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 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 73 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 505 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Bitter | Triumph |
| Model | SC | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
