1984 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Bitter SC | 1973 Holden UTE | |
Make | Bitter | Holden |
Model | SC | UTE |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 5047 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |