1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
Make | Abarth | Bitter |
Model | 750 | SC |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |