1973 Bitter CD vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD 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 125 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 259 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bitter CD | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Bitter | Dodge |
Model | CD | Aspen |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |