1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 37 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1974 Bitter Diplomat.
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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Bitter | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Diplomat | 159 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
