1973 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1973 Bitter CD
To start off, both 1973 Autobianchi A 112 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 179 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. 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 Autobianchi A 112, 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Autobianchi A 112 | 1973 Bitter CD | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Bitter |
| Model | A 112 | CD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 80 L |
