1983 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 22 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Bitter | Tata |
| Model | SC | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
