1973 Bitter CD vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1983 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 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 152 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 804 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | CD | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
