1983 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda Rapid R 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 116 more horse power than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 748 kg more than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1981 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Bitter | Skoda |
Model | SC | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |