1986 Bitter SC vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 55 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 2000. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 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 (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 2000. (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Triumph |
| Model | SC | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
