2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 951 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 1979 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 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Bitter |
| Model | Jetta | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
