1983 Bitter SC vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 20 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 (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Bitter | Lada |
| Model | SC | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
