1983 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Bitter | Mini |
| Model | SC | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
