1983 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 118 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Simca |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
