1985 Bitter SC vs. 1958 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 540 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. 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, 1985 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1958 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Bitter | Lancia |
Model | SC | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |