2005 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Bitter SC
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1981 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Honda | Bitter |
| Model | Civic | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
