1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 931 kg more than 1970 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bitter | DAF |
| Model | Diplomat | 44 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
