1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 308 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1979 Bitter SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
Model | Caimano | SC |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |