1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 35 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 234 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Bitter | Tata |
| Model | Diplomat | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
