1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Bitter SC
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 964 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Abarth | Bitter |
| Model | 1300 | SC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2690 mm |
