1983 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante 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 148 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | Chante |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
