1983 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Simca 1301
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 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 126 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 340 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bitter | Simca |
| Model | SC | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
