1979 Bitter SC vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bitter SC 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 39 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (138 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
