1979 Bitter SC vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 664 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Bitter | Fiat |
Model | SC | Ducato |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3710 mm |