1983 Bitter SC vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon 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, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Because 1983 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Bitter | Seat |
| Model | SC | Leon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
