1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Eagle | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | Eagle | SC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
