1986 Bitter SC vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bitter | Honda |
| Model | SC | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
