1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1983 Bitter SC
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 88 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 366 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1983 Bitter SC | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
Model | Spider | SC |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |