1983 Bitter SC vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 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 119 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 635 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | SC | 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
