1983 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 516 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
