1985 Bitter SC vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1770 mm |
