1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 615 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | Disco Volante | SC |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2690 mm |
