1983 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 23 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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 300 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Bitter | Isuzu |
| Model | SC | KB |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3060 mm |
