1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1975 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1975 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1975 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bitter |
| Model | Spider | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
