1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 206 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (373 Nm). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Diplomat | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
