1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 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 153 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 770 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126. 1983 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1983 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Bitter |
| Model | 126 | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
