1984 Bitter SC vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (248 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |
