1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 120 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 286 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Bitter Diplomat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | Diplomat | CX |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3100 mm |