1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 300 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | Giulia | SC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
