1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 654 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1979 Bitter SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
Model | 33 Stradale | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |