1986 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 2000 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 88 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Triumph |
| Model | SC | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
