1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Bitter SC
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | GTA | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
