1983 Bitter SC vs. 1973 Fiat 850
To start off, 1983 Bitter SC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 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 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Bitter SC | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Bitter | Fiat |
Model | SC | 850 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |