1983 Bitter SC vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio 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, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 625 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | SC | Clio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
