1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Abarth | Bitter |
Model | 850 | SC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |