1983 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 98 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Bitter | Mazda |
Model | SC | 616 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |