1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, both 1973 Austin Allegro and 1973 Bitter CD were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 146 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 886 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Bitter CD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Bitter CD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1973 Bitter CD | |
| Make | Austin | Bitter |
| Model | Allegro | CD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
