1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Lada 1300

To start off, both 1974 Bitter Diplomat and 1974 Lada 1300 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 686 kg more than 1974 Lada 1300.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Bitter Diplomat 1974 Lada 1300
Make Bitter Lada
Model Diplomat 1300
Year Released 1974 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 1294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2430 mm


 

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