1973 Bitter CD vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal 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 206 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1961 Trabant Universal. 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, 1961 Trabant Universal, 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Trabant Universal. (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Bitter | Trabant |
| Model | CD | Universal |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2030 mm |
