1982 Bitter SC vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (177 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bitter SC weights approximately 470 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
