1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 36 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 153 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 @ 3100 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Bitter | Volkswagen |
| Model | Diplomat | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
