1986 Bitter SC vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1986 Bitter SC and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 103 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 600 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
