1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart is newer by 29 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 146 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 866 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Bitter | MCC |
| Model | Diplomat | Smart |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
