1981 Bitter SC vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1981 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Bitter SC (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Bitter SC weights approximately 595 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1981 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1981 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Bitter SC | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | OT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
