1985 Bitter SC vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini 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 160 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 895 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1981 Innocenti Mini, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Bitter | Innocenti |
| Model | SC | Mini |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2050 mm |
