1985 Bitter SC vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Bitter SC | 1958 Seat 600 | |
Make | Bitter | Seat |
Model | SC | 600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |