1984 Bitter SC vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC 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 97 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 784 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Bitter | MCC |
| Model | SC | Smart |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
