1983 Bitter SC vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 19 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 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | SC | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
