1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 168 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 826 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bitter | Fiat |
| Model | Diplomat | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
