1985 Bitter SC vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 124 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | SC | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
