1973 Bitter CD vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 174 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Bitter | Willys-Overland |
| Model | CD | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2110 mm |
