1973 Bitter CD vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 639 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CD | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
