1983 Bitter SC vs. 1950 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 740 kg more than 1950 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1950 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | 500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
