1985 Bitter SC vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Bitter SC 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 97 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (111 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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, 1990 Honda Concerto, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
