1973 Bitter CD vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 890 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda AZ-1 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Bitter | Mazda |
| Model | CD | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
