1983 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 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. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
