1984 Bitter SC vs. 1982 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1982 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Bitter | Suzuki |
| Model | SC | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2160 mm |
