1983 Bitter SC vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 26 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 143 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Bitter | Tata |
| Model | SC | Nano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
