1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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 91 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Bitter | Ford |
| Model | Diplomat | Focus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
