1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Bitter Diplomat 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 152 more horse power than 1976 Audi Fox. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 768 kg more than 1976 Audi Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Bitter Diplomat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1976 Audi Fox | |
Make | Bitter | Audi |
Model | Diplomat | Fox |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |