1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 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 150 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Abarth | Bitter |
| Model | 595 | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
