1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 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 128 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1985 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alpine | Bitter |
| Model | A 110 | SC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
