1986 Bitter SC vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Bitter | Subaru |
Model | SC | Impreza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |