1983 Bitter SC vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC 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 118 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
