1984 Bitter SC vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 26 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 349 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. 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, 2010 Nissan Versa, 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Bitter | Nissan |
| Model | SC | Versa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2601 mm |
