2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 530 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1980 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Bitter |
| Model | U4 B | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
