1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 122 kg more than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Bitter Type III | 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Bitter | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Type III | 2000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |