1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Bitter SC would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Bitter SC. (180 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1981 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Bitter SC. 1981 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1988 Bitter Type III has manual transmission. 1988 Bitter Type III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Bitter | Bitter |
| Model | Type III | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
