1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 394 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1973 Bitter CD | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
Model | Spider | CD |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |