1983 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 18 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 1983 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | RunX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
