1973 Bitter CD vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 24 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Bitter CD. (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1973 Bitter CD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 174 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CD | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
