1988 Bitter Type III vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1988 Bitter Type III is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Bitter Type III weights approximately 388 kg more than 1973 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Bitter Type III 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 1988 Bitter Type III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80, 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Bitter | Audi |
| Model | Type III | 80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
