1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Abarth | Bitter |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
