1984 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 988 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Bitter | Lotus |
| Model | SC | Europa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
