1985 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 550 kg more than 1971 Chrysler 160. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1971 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | SC | 160 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
