1985 Bitter SC vs. 1985 Nissan Micra

To start off, both 1985 Bitter SC and 1985 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 950 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. 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, 1985 Nissan Micra, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Bitter SC 1985 Nissan Micra
Make Bitter Nissan
Model SC Micra
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3848 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 73 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 665 kg
Vehicle Length 5070 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2310 mm


 

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