1986 Bitter SC vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 120 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 810 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Bitter SC 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Bitter Mazda
Model SC Familia
Year Released 1986 1968
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2968 cc 985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2200 mm


 

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