1973 Bitter CD vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 6 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 167 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 759 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bitter | Renault |
| Model | CD | 15 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
