1986 Bitter SC vs. 1961 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Steyr 700C. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1961 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Bitter | Steyr |
Model | SC | 700C |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1950 mm |