1985 Bitter SC vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 141 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 1985 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1985 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | SC | 130 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
