1984 Bitter SC vs. 1984 Holden Gemini

To start off, both 1984 Bitter SC and 1984 Holden Gemini were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 141 more horse power than 1984 Holden Gemini. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Gemini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 645 kg more than 1984 Holden Gemini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Gemini. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Gemini.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Bitter SC 1984 Holden Gemini
Make Bitter Holden
Model SC Gemini
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3849 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 207 HP 66 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2410 mm


 

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