1968 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 74 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
Model | Junior | SC |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |