1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 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) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 776 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
