1986 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 134 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Bitter | Simca |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2230 mm |
