1985 Bitter SC vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 12 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 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 62 more horse power than 1997 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1997 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Bitter | Caterham |
Model | SC | C21 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |