1973 Bitter CD vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 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 193 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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, 1976 Renault 5, 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | CD | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
