1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1975 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 750 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
Make | Bitter | Fiat |
Model | Diplomat | 8V |
Year Released | 1975 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |