1983 Bitter SC vs. 1978 Zastava 132
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Zastava 132 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 71 more horse power than 1978 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1978 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Bitter | Zastava |
| Model | SC | 132 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
