1983 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Chevrolet Vega
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega 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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1972 Chevrolet Vega | |
| Make | Bitter | Chevrolet |
| Model | SC | Vega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
