1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 27 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 47 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (180 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 501 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (264 Nm). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Bitter | Toyota |
| Model | Diplomat | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1185 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
