1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1977 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 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 154 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300. 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1977 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Abarth | Bitter |
| Model | 1300 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |
