1983 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 28 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1983 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 160 kg more than 1983 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
