1986 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Zastava 1300 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) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 366 kg more than 1973 Zastava 1300. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1973 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Bitter | Zastava |
| Model | SC | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
