1983 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 21 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 65 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Bitter | Morgan |
Model | SC | 4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |