2003 Holden Berlina vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 17 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Berlina | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Holden | Bitter |
| Model | Berlina | SC |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
