1985 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 16 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 115 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (62 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Copen, 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Copen. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 2001 Daihatsu Copen | |
| Make | Bitter | Daihatsu |
| Model | SC | Copen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 56.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
