1985 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 127 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 720 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2200 mm |
